James Borland
James has always been an avid outdoorsman. Since a kid, he kept a journal of all the different birds and species he saw. Now he wants to share his passion with other birders with Happy Birding!
Welcome to Happy Birding!
Find Happiness In Birding
No matter if you are just starting out, or have been bird watching for years let’s share the amazing world of birds together!
Inform Yourself on the World of Birding
Birds are the pinnacle of nature, I first started taking bird watching seriously when I saw my first Northern Cardinal! I am remembered of that feeling every time I step outside and see a bird no matter how common or rare!
Happy Birding is here to share my knowledge and love for bird watching and other related activities! Let’s learn and embrace bird watching together!
Meet the Happy Birding team
The birdwatchers and nature writers behind our practical guides.
Kelly Miller
Kelly is an environmental science writer, naturalist, and birdwatcher. Kelly holds a master’s degree in environmental policy and has worked as an environmental analyst, urban planner, and professor of environmental planning.
Sam Boyd
Sam is a nature enthusiast who has been birdwatching in both the old and new world. He even enjoys an annual tradition of watching kittiwakes nesting on the cliffs of Southern England.
Featured Articles
Read up on some of our most in-depth and informational articles. Anything from detailed guides to where to find your dream bird!
Are there really Blue Cardinal Birds? (Everything about them!)
Cardinals are amazing birds that are renowned to be bright striking red! But, are there blue cardinals? There, unfortunately, are…
Do Birds Fly at Night (Expert Answer!)
Birds can be seen flying all over the place during the day, but do birds fly at night? What are…
The 5 Best Video Bird Feeders (Never Miss a Bird Again!)
Setting up a backyard bird feeder is a wonderful way to both support and observe wildlife from the comfort of…
Latest Articles
Are Birds Mammals?
Embark on an enlightening exploration with Happy Birding, where we delve into a captivating question of the natural world: Are…
Bird Behaviour — , 4 min read
Can Birds Eat Blueberries?
Welcome back, bird enthusiasts! It’s your friendly ornithologist and birding blogger, Happy Birding, here to delve into a berry interesting…
Feeding & Diet — , 3 min read
Can Birds Eat Chickpeas?
As bird enthusiasts, we often ponder over the right dietary choices for our feathered friends. Today, we’re going to unravel…
Feeding & Diet — , 4 min read
12 Black and Yellow Birds!
Hello, fellow bird enthusiasts! 🐦 It’s your avian aficionado, Happy Birding, here to brighten your day with a splash of…
Bird Identification — , 15 min read
Do Birds Go Into Heat?
Hello again from Happy Birding! We’re continuing our deep dive into the world of birds going into heat. Grab your…
Life Cycle — , 5 min read
What is Suet for Birds? A Guide to Offering Suet to Wild Birds
Are you looking to attract a variety of beautiful wild birds to your backyard? Suet is an incredible high-energy food…
Bird Feeders & Baths — , 12 min read